Dental Cleanings
Routine dental checkups are vital to good oral hygiene and are the best way to detect problems at their earliest stages. Early detection and treatment saves unnecessary discomfort, time and money. Checkups are typically recommended twice a year. Oral hygiene needs change with age and the condition of your teeth and gums. Based on your situation, we may recommend a checkup schedule that is more frequent than twice a year.
Your dental checkup includes:
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The American Dental Association's website contains some great tips on brushing.
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Digital X-Rays
Digital X-rays detect dental problems that cannot be found during a visual exam. We use Digital X-rays that provide instant results and emit 50 percent less radiation than traditional x-rays.
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Gingival Pocket Exam
Healthy teeth require healthy gums. A gingival pocket exam determines the presence or risk of gum (periodontal) disease.
What to Know:
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Visual Examination
During a visual exam, we will examine all surface areas inside your mouth. We look not only for cracked and decayed teeth, but also for growths and sores on the roof and floor of your mouth, tongue, lips, gums, and the mucous membranes that line your cheeks and gums.
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Professional Cleaning
Your teeth are cleaned using special instruments to remove plaque from above and below the gumline. Afterwards, your teeth are polished, which makes your teeth look and feel great. It also smoothes tooth surfaces so plaque is less likely to accumulate.
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